North Carolinians for Home Education

The Homeschool Show with NCHE

The Homeschool Show by North Carolinians for Home Education (NCHE) is available weekly via video and podcast. As with everything NCHE does, our goal for the show is to help you homeschool with confidence and joy! Join us each week for information and encouragement through segments such as homeschool news, homeschool conversations (interviews), and tip of the week.

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Jun 29, 2026

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Episodes

39 Season 1 Highlights: Spiritual Legacy, Military Families 27.06.2022

Homeschool Tip of Week: Keep your spiritual legacy in view. Homeschool Conversations: Matthew talks with Natalie Mack, who serves military families with the Home School Legal Defense Association. We’ll hear about some of the special needs that military homeschool families face.  Homeschool Reality Moment: See an amazing house built out of popsicle sticks!

Episode 38 - Andrew Pudewa, the Writing Process, and the Power of Memorization 20.06.2022

Homeschool News: We tell you about the wonderful team who leads North Carolinians for Home Education and how we’ve just started a new year for the board and liaisons. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to two more segments of a conversation that Matthew had with Andrew Pudewa, founder of Institute for Excellence in Writing . Homeschool Tip of The Week: We have two tips for you this week: First we...

Episode 37 - Andrew Pudewa, Writing, the Importance of Reading Aloud 13.06.2022

Homeschool News: We give you an update on how the 2022 Thrive! Homeschool conference went and let you know how to get a hold of the audio recordings . Homeschool Conversations: Wel listen to two segments of a conversation Matthew had with Andrew Pudewa, founder of https://iew.com/ . Homeschool Tip of The Week: We have two tips for you today: First we will talk about some ideas and resources for re...

36 Dr. Brain Ray, Joyce Berges, Best Educational Strategies, One-on-on Time 06.06.2022

Homeschool Conversation #1: Dr. Brain Ray, founder of the National Home Education Research Institute . Homeschool Tip #1: Take advantage of the most effective educational strategies that home education provides. Homeschool Conversations #2: Joyce Burgess, founder of National Black Home Educators . Homeschool Tip #2: Spend one-on-one time with your kids. Join NCHE to receive GREENHOUSE magazine. Do...

35 Peace and Faith at Home, Statistics by State, New Documentary 30.05.2022

Homeschool Conversations: Today we talk with Teresa Auten , an early childhood specialist, author, and speaker. Welcome! Homeschool News: We look at some new homeschool statistics from the Associated Press as reported by the Morning Wire news podcast. We also watch the trailer for a brand new documentary called The Homeschool Awakening, hosted by Kirk Cameron.

34 Apologetics, Freedom to Take a Break, Thrive! Conference 23.05.2022

Homeschool News: The Thrive! Homeschool Conference is this week! Homeschool Conversations: Today we listen to a conversation Matthew had with Ben LaCore, an apologetics teacher with Reasons 2 Believe . Homeschool Tip of The Week: The power of pause : We have the freedom to take a break from homeschooling when we need to. Homeschool Reality Moment: Another mom tells us why she loves the Thrive! Hom...

33 HSLDA Attorney Mike Donnelly, New Homeschooling Statistics, Raising Christian Leaders 16.05.2022

Homeschool News: Thrive! Conference registration, kids & teens activities; new statistics on homeschool growth. Homeschool Conversations: We listen to a conversation Matthew had with Mike Donnelly , HSLDA attorney and featured speaker at the Thrive! Homeschool Conference. Homeschool Tip of The Week: How to raise exceptional Christian leaders Homeschool Reality Moment: One mom tells us why she...

32 Pat McCrory’s views on home education, Thrive! Registration, Homeschooling while working 09.05.2022

Homeschool Conversations: Today we talk with former NC governor Pat McCrory and find out his views on home education. Homeschool News: Preregistration for the Thrive! Conference is ending in less than two weeks! Homeschool Tip of The Week: We hear a few Lessons Learned along the Way from experienced homeschool mom Ronda Marshall. Homeschool Reality Moment: Mayda Alterman shares how she homeschools...

31 Natalie Vecchione and FASD, NC Candidates, Homeschooling Special Needs 02.05.2022

Homeschool Conversations: Today we talk with Natalie Vecchione about fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and homeschooling special needs. Homeschool News: NCHE asks three questions of the candidates for the NC House of Representatives, for the NC Senate, for the NC Court of Appeals and for the NC Supreme Court. Homeschool News: Hotel rooms for THRIVE! Homeschool Conference. Homeschool Tip of The Week:...

30 Derek & Cheryl Carter, More State Oversight Needed? 25.04.2022

Homeschool Conversations: Today we talk with Derek and Cheryl Carter . They are featured speakers at the upcoming Thrive! Homeschool Conference . Homeschool News: We discuss a local opinion piece advocating the increase of oversight over homeschools in NC and respond with homeschool statistics .

29 US Senate Candidate Mark Walker, Homeschooling in VA and Nigeria 18.04.2022

Homeschool Conversations: Today we talk with Mark Walker, who is running for the US Senate seat from NC, and find out his views on home education. Homeschool News : Homeschooling in Virginia and Nigeria . Homeschool Reality Moment: Anderson Elam tells us why the Thrive! Homeschool Conference is so important to her.

28 Rachael Carman, Tips for Parenting, Thrive! Conference 11.04.2022

Homeschool Conversations: Today we hear a conversation Matthew had with Rachael Carman . Rachael is an author and speaker and will be one our featured speakers at the Thrive! Conferenc e this year. Homeschool Tip of The Week : We share A Powerful Key for Parenting (and Homeschooling) Homeschool Reality Moment: Rhonda Cornwell and her daughter, Breah, tell how their experience at the Thrive! Confer...

27 Family Devotions, Thrive! Conference, Homeschooling in OK and GA 04.04.2022

Homeschool Conversations: We talk with Glenn Ransom, creator of Bible in Stories and one our workshop speakers at the Thrive! Conference . Homeschool News: We discuss some features of the upcoming Thrive! Conference [ Talent Show ],  and homeschool news from Georgia and Oklahoma

26 Rep. Ted Budd, More on DNPE’s Report to Joint Oversight Committee 28.03.2022

Homeschool Conversations: We ask Ted Budd , who is running for US Senate from NC, what he thinks about home education. Homeschool News: We’ll tell you more about DNPE’s report to the NC Joint Legislative Oversight Committee; we’ll respond to the article An Education Free for All; we’ll also tell you how you can get a free conference registration. Homeschool Reality Moment. Jessica will share a tip...

25 Dr. Jeff Myers, DNPE Record Review Meetings and Report to Joint Oversight Committee 21.03.2022

Homeschool Conversations:   Dr. Jeff Myers, president of Summit Ministries and Thrive! keynote speaker. Homeschool News : Division of Non-Public Education’s [DNPE] Virtual Record Review Meetings ; DNPE’s report to the NC Joint Legislative Oversight Committee and the media’s coverage of that report, Sign up to receive the weekly NCHE homeschool news and stay up-to-date on legislative issues.

24 Required Annual Testing, Avoiding Burnout, Bills in VA and WV 14.03.2022

Homeschool News: Homeschool bills being considered in VA and WV ; Transportation Museum field trip Homeschool Conversations: We’ll hear from two of our NCHE board members about required annual homeschool testing . Homeschool Tip of The Week: For our tip of the week, we talk about how to avoid homeschool burnout. Homeschool Reality Moment: Hope Diaz and her daughters will show us some simple, inexp...

23 Required Annual Testing, Graduation, Conference 07.03.2022

Homeschool News: Topics in the news include conference , graduation , state swim meet , homeschool superyachts Homeschool Conversations: We’ll hear from an NCHE board member about Required Annual Homeschool Testing Homeschool Tip of The Week: Give the annual test, but don’t worry about it. Homeschool Reality Moment. We will enjoy the sounds of one family's homeschool morning. Send in your Homescho...

22 School Choice Poll; US Senate Candidate; Black History 28.02.2022

Homeschool News: A new poll about parents who are considering changing schools for their children; the US Senate race. Homeschool Conversations: Jennifer Banwart , a candidate for US Senate from NC, tells us her thoughts on home education  Special Segment: Black history month The Homeschool Show Webpage   Show Email : thehomeschoolshow@nche.com

21 Thrive! Early Bird, Kathy Koch, Your Kid’s Strengths 21.02.2022

Homeschool News: Thrive! early bird registration closes on Feb 24. You get $15 off pre-registration prices and $35 off on-site prices!  Homeschool Conversations: Matthew talks with Dr. Kathy Koch about her book, 8 Great Smarts. Homeschool Tip of The Week: Help your kids discover their unique interests, passions, and talents. Join NCHE and get the 8 Great Smarts for Kids online course by Dr. K...

20 Rebecca Spooner, Conference Registration, When your kids ask "Why?" 14.02.2022

Homeschool News - Upcoming chess tournament ; Early-bird registration for the Thrive! Homeschool Conference   Homeschool Conversations - Rebecca Spooner, creator of Gather Round Homeschool .  Homeschool Tip of The Week: Give real answers when your kids ask, “Why?” Homeschool Reality Moment. A homeschool family shows us how they get their day started by remembering what their purpose is.

19 US Senate Candidate, Family Games, Chess Tournament 07.02.2022

Homeschool News: NCHE Chess Network Tournament ; US Senate seat from NC. Homeschool Conversations: Dr. Tobias LaGrone , US Senate candidate from NC, talks about home education.  Homeschool Tip of The Week: Enjoy family time by playing games with your kids. Homeschool Reality Moment: Jessica shares how she turned the snow days we had last month into learning opportunities. Discount off Chess W...

The Homeschool Show: Episode 18 (1/31/22) 31.01.2022

Homeschool Conversations : Matthew had a conversation with Andrew Pudewa, founder of the Institute for Excellence in Writing, in which Matthew asked, “How can we help our children remember what they are learning?” Homeschool Tip of The Week : Tailor each child’s education to fit their individual needs. We will give you practical tips on how you can do that. Homeschool Reality Moment: Amanda tells...

The Homeschool Show: Episode 17 (1/24/22) 24.01.2022

Show Notes Homeschool Conversations: Matthew had a conversation with Dr. Brian Ray, founder of the National Home Education Research Institute , in which Dr. Ray discusses the relationship between homeschooling and the government.  New Segment: Homeschool Basics: We will answer the question, “What is a homeschooler in NC?” This is an increasingly difficult question to answer with so many forms...

The Homeschool Show: Episode 16 (1/17/22) 17.01.2022

Episode 16 Show Notes Homeschool News: Registration for the Thrive! Conference opens on January 18!  Homeschool Conversations: We will listen to another portion of Matthew’s conversation with Joyce Burges, founder of National Black Home Educators. Homeschool Reality Moment. We will hear from Luz about why her involvement with the NCHE has been so important to her. Special Segment: NCHE is sup...

The Homeschool Show: Episode 15 (1/10/22) 10.01.2022

Episode 15 Homeschool News: The growth of homeschooling among African American families; NHERI Homeschool Facts , pandemic growth , and African American motivations . New multicultural liaison positions with NCHE Homeschool Conversations: We will listen to a conversation Matthew had with Joyce Burges, founder of National Black Home Educators . Homeschool Reality Moment: A homeschool mom interviews...

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